Psychology

Studying the Mind, Emotion, and Behavior

Interested in improving your self awareness, personal
relationships, increasing your success in the work place or your
understanding of human thought and behavior? The Psychology Department
invites you to explore this ever-expansive field that has applications
in almost every aspect of life.

Learn how psychology
examines the various facts, theories and hypotheses regarding human
thought and behavior. Over 20 different course offerings will provide
you with a better appreciation of how psychology, through the
scientific method, offers a unique perspective to understanding the
human mind and behavior. Psychology can present you with an
opportunity to better understand yourself and the people around you.

Chu,
David (Adjunct Instructor, B.A., Psychology Honors, B.A.
Japanese Literature and Language, University of California, Irvine,
M.A., Ph.D., California School of Professional Psychology, San
Francisco. Research Interests: Issues related to immigration and
acculturation, sexual identity development among Asian Americans, and
understanding, psychopathologies in the context of culture and race,
Courses Taught: PSYC 1, 10, Professional Activities: Licensed
psychologist, clinical supervisor, training coordinator,
evidence-based practice, coordinator, mental health consultant, and
member of the American Psychological Association and AAPA)

Harrison, Lisa (Full-Time Instructor,
B.S., Santa Clara University; M.A., Psy.D., California School of
Professional Psychology, Research Interests: Psychology of Racism and
Race Relations, Racial Identity Development, Racism Awareness,
Spirituality and Identity Development, Courses Taught: PSYC 1, 14, 15,
21 (online), 22/23, 26, Professional Activities: Course Development,
Conflict resolution/consultant in matters of race relations, Community
workshops, Club Advising, Member of Society for the Teaching of
Psychology, Member of the National Association for the Advancement of
Colored People (NAACP)

Louie,
Margaret (Full-Time Instructor, A.S. City College of San
Francisco, B.A., San Francisco State University, Ph.D., California
School of Professional Psychology, Courses Taught: PSYC 1, 11, 26,
40)